Announcement of the death of The Duke of Edinburgh: Prince Philip dies at 99

Buckingham Palace released the following statement on death of Prince Philip:

It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. 

His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.

Further announcements will be made in due course.  

The Royal Family join with people around the world in mourning his loss.